Senior Auditor 1

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Job Posting Title:

Senior Auditor 1

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM IA- Audit (Kevin Reid Starns (00003917))

Work Location:

0451 William B. Hatcher Hall

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

45% - Plans and executes audits, projects, or consulting requests in accordance with LSU OIA's methodology. Coordinates multiple concurrent assignments.

25% - Provides technical audit procedural guidance including risk and controls identification, test development, work paper documentation, sampling techniques, results analysis, and report writing to lower level auditors. Reviews work performed by audit support staff to ensure it meets the objectives of the engagement.

15%- Actively coordinates the audit team and clients to ensure milestone dates are met and projects are completed on time. Performs and/or guides other auditors in the performance of audit test steps and the accurate documentation of the related work papers to support conclusions reached.

10% - Ensures all audit recommendations are supported by evidence and drafts clear, concise audit reports. Leads entrance and exit conferences. Performs follow-up for assigned action plans to ensure risks identified during the audit have been addressed.

5% - Makes positive contributions as demonstrated by providing guidance to and working effectively with team members. Ensures professionalism and independence and the constant appearance of professionalism and independence. Continuously develops knowledge of audit tools and techniques to ensure quality audit work. Performs duties enumerated for lower level auditors. Performs other duties as assigned by OIA management.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant business field, information systems, public administration, higher education administration, or other field with acceptable relevant experience.

Minimum five years of relevant work experience with at least three years in internal or external audit. Relevant experience includes auditing, compliance, governmental, healthcare, higher education, or risk analysis and assurance services.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's level training in accounting, business, or public administration. Audit experience in related industry (university, healthcare, state government)

Special or Physical Qualifications:

In-state travel may be required, including overnight, up to 25%. Annual completion of 40 hours of continuing professional development as required to maintain active professional certification(s).

One Certification is Required (Optional Certificates listed below):

CPA - Certified Public Accountant

CIA- Certified Internal Auditor

CISA- Certified Information Systems Auditor

Job Competencies:

Advanced

• Writing and Communication Skills
• Client Relationships
• Personal ethics & sound judgment
• Understanding of risks/controls
• Financial/operational/compliance auditing

Proficient

• Analytical, problem solving, interpersonal
• ERP Systems
• Project Management

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

This position is a senior level, unclassified position in the Office of Internal Audit at LSU. The Senior Auditor 1 is responsible for audit planning, execution, and follow-up. Responsibilities are to be fulfilled with a fair amount of independence under limited supervision. The Senior Auditor 1 will generally lead complex, higher-risk engagements and provide coordination and guidance for auditors assisting on a specific engagement. This position may conduct investigations related to allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, and non-compliance with University policies. The Senior Auditor 1 must be detail, action, solution and results oriented and dedicated to continuous improvement.

Please provide cover letter, resume, and transcripts at time of submitting application. Your official transcripts are required prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact HR Analyst at mbroom5@lsu.edu. This position is not available for remote work.

Posting Date:

November 4, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Posi
tion Information:

Background Check- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits- LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.ed
u).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.